Doctor explains SYMPTOMS OF ANAL CANCER - plus risk factors, diagnosis and treatment

In this video Dr O'Donovan explains possible SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS of RECTAL / ANAL CANCER which is a type of bowel cancer.

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In the video we discuss:

00:00 Introduction
00:05 Anatomy
00:47 6 signs and symptoms
02:34 When to go see your doctor for anal cancer symptoms
03:00 What happens when you go to see your doctor?
04:11 Who is at risk of anal cancer?
04:49 How to reduce risk
05:17 Tests for anal cancer
05:47 Potential treatment options

Symptoms of anal cancer include:

bleeding from the back passage
pain
bowel changes
severe itching (pruritus)

These symptoms can also be from other conditions, such as piles (haemorrhoids) or anal fissure. But it is important that you see your GP with any symptoms. Some people might have no symptoms.

For more information please see the following resources...

LINKS AND REFERENCES:

NHS website: https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/anal-ca...

Macmillan Cancer website: https://www.macmillan.org.uk/cancer-i...

Cancer Research UK: https://www.cancerresearchuk.org/abou...

Link to video on anal fissure:    • Doctor explains ANAL FISSURE, includi...  

Information accurate as of 9th February 2023.

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